Tag: Itchy spots

  • Is basal cell carcinoma itchy?

    When it comes to detecting skin cancer, it’s important to understand the possible signs and symptoms. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of skin cancer. When found early, there are many treatment options in most cases. That’s why the SkinVision program is aimed towards early detection. There are several things to know about…

  • Skin cancer symptoms: itching

    We have all experienced itching. Itchy skin also is known as pruritus: an uncomfortable skin sensation that typically feels like something is crawling in or even on your skin. There are many causes of itching which include; rash, dry skin, blisters, or even different toxins that contact your skin. But have you ever wondered if…

  • Itchy red spots on skin

    At some point in your life, you are likely to develop itchy red spots on your skin. In most cases, these will disappear as mysteriously as they arrived, but in others, they can be the start of a longer and more uncomfortable problem with itchy and red skin. We have listed some of the more…

  • Why does my mole itch? (and how to know if it’s melanoma)

    Melanoma can have many different symptoms, one of which is itching. While an itchy mole is not always a sign of skin cancer, it is important to know if it’s necessary to worry. In this post, we go through some common causes of an itchy mole and the warning signs you should be aware of.

  • Red spots on the skin, but not itchy? Find out 15 common causes

    Red spots on the skin, but not itchy? Find out 15 common causes

    Our skin is prone to rashes, blemishes, and bumps of all kinds. Most of the time, these red spots on the skin are harmless and go away on their own. However, it’s always useful to understand the common causes of these outbreaks so that we handle them properly when they appear.